R501-13-16. Infectious Disease and Illness  


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  • A. The program shall have policies and procedures designed to prevent or control infectious and communicable diseases in the facility.

    B. If a consumer shows signs of illness after arrival, staff shall contact the family or the responsible person immediately. The consumer shall be isolated.

    C. No consumer shall be admitted for care or allowed to remain at the program if there are signs of vomiting, diarrhea, fever or unexplained skin rash.

    D. Staff shall follow Department of Health rules in the event of suspected communicable and infectious disease.